Assistant Manager - Logistics and Procurement

POSITION
SUMMARY

The Assistant Manager – Logistics &
Procurement is responsible for the end-to-end management of procurement
logistics, import operations, customs compliance, freight consolidation
and international sourcing activities for Marriott Hotels in Fiji. The role
ensures compliance with Fiji Customs and Biosecurity regulations while
delivering cost-effective and uninterrupted supply chain operations.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

• Manage
  all import shipments for Marriott Hotels in Fiji.


• Coordinate customs clearance through Customs House Agents
  (CHA).
• Prepare and submit import documentation to Fiji
  Customs and Biosecurity Authority of Fiji.
• Review
  commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading and shipping
  documents.
• Track shipments and ensure timely delivery
  to hotels.
• Consolidate freight for Marriott properties
  to optimize logistics costs.
• Support strategic sourcing
  of imported products from overseas markets.
• Work
  with Cluster Procurement Manager on landed cost calculations and supplier
  negotiations.
• Maintain procurement and logistics
  records.
• Develop logistics cost-saving
  initiatives.

COMPLIANCE
RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure compliance with Marriott
Procurement Policies, Fiji Customs Laws, Fiji Biosecurity Laws, import
regulations, trade requirements and audit standards.

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

Work
closely with Cluster Procurement Manager, Finance, Operations, Suppliers,
Freight Forwarders, CHA, Fiji Customs and Biosecurity Authority.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s
  degree in supply chain, Procurement, Logistics, Commerce or Business
  Administration.
• Minimum 5 years experience
  in procurement, logistics, customs clearance or import/export operations.
  Hospitality experience preferred.

KEY
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Customs clearance lead
  time, freight cost savings, shipment consolidation efficiencies, supplier
  performance, compliance results and procurement savings.